Robert Stevens

Dr. Robert Stevens is a Senior Lecturer in Planning and Geography and Course Leader for the MSc in Urban Planning at Sheffield Hallam University. He holds multiple professional accreditations including the Royal Town Planning Institute (MRTPI) and the Institute of Economic Development (MIED), and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA).

• College: College of Social Sciences and Arts
• Subject Area: Geography, Planning and Environment (Built Environment)

His research focuses on spatial planning, urban studies, and institutionalist political economy with a social democratic perspective. Key specializations include:

• Economic and urban geography
• Comparative international planning (China, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany)
• Planning history
• Urban regeneration and real estate

His publications examine topics like smart cities, land expropriation in China, and European urban policy. Notable projects include:

• NDC National Evaluation (2002-2003) as Research Assistant
• REURBAN International Project (2003-2006) as Research Fellow

Professional memberships include:

• Royal Town Planning Institute
• Higher Education Academy
• ESRC Research Peer Review College
• QAA Subject Benchmark Statement Advisory Board

He has supervised 20+ BSc/MSc dissertations on topics spanning urban planning, economic development, and comparative studies of China and the Low Countries.